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Jun 04, 2009, 03:02 PM
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My boyfriend started going to AA on Tuesday... his last drunk was Monday. He's getting into it, and he's doing really well, so far. My problem is that I just went back on meds on May 26, and the side affects are still beating my backside. He has a bad dream, and he calls me... repeatedly, until I answer the phone. We talk, he feels like he can sleep again, and we get off the phone. Sleep elludes me for awhile, and when I get back to sleep, I end up sleeping way later than I intended. That gets him aggitated because he says all I'm doing is sleeping the day away and he needs support. I'm no stranger to AA... at one time, I was three plus years sober, and I was the clubhouse manager for a year... but as far as supporting him, I'm at a loss.
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Jun 05, 2009, 12:04 AM
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Al-Anon?
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Jun 05, 2009, 12:33 AM
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You can support him in many ways, but not to the point it's hurting you. Doesn't he have a sponsor? He's most likely feeling "raw" right now and can't see beyond his own needs. You, however, are bearing the brunt of it. Perhaps talking with him about it in a calm, non-accusatory way will help...setting boundaries with him early on can save you a lot of heartache later on. Best wishes--and remember to take care of you, you are important also, Catherine
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